GEI Study Abroad: Sustainable Development
- Rwanda
- Thailand
- Vietnam
About Program
Embark on a transformative journey and engage with global sustainability challenges in Rwanda, Thailand, or Vietnam, countries celebrated for their commitment to sustainable development.
Study six vital entry points for successful transformations towards sustainable development and learn about the complexities and interlinkages of the SDGs. They include human wellbeing and capabilities, sustainable and just economies, food systems and nutrition, energy decarbonization and universal access, urban and peri-urban development, and global environmental commons.
The program is delivered in a sequence that builds from theoretical understanding to practical, hands-on experience, using a variety of experiential and community-engaged learning elements.
In the process, you will develop the eight core competencies of global change leaders.
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Sustainability
Program Highlights
- Interdisciplinary learning: Experience how different sustainability issues intersect and reinforce each other through an integrated curriculum.
- Field-based insights: Participate in excursions and projects that showcase Rwanda's leadership in sustainability, from human wellbeing to sustainable economies, nutrition, energy decarbonization, sustainable urban planning, and the global environmental co
- Community impact: Work on projects that not only enhance your learning but also contribute positively to local communities.
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Engage with global sustainability challenges in Rwanda and study six vital entry points for successful transformations towards sustainable development. This 8-week summer program consists of a Global Field Engagement Course and a Global Practicum (8 U.S. credits).

Engage with global sustainability challenges in Thailand and study six vital entry points for successful transformations towards sustainable development. This 8-week summer program consists of a Global Field Engagement Course and a Global Practicum (8 U.S. credits).

Engage with global sustainability challenges in Vietnam and study six vital entry points for successful transformations towards sustainable development. This 8-week summer program consists of a Global Field Engagement Course and a Global Practicum (8 U.S. credits).